Want to learn about Bosnia and Herzegovina? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts β all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Bosnia and Herzegovina
| Capital | Sarajevo |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 3,200,000 |
| Languages | Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian |
| Currency | Bosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark |
| National symbol | Golden Lily |
| Famous food | Δevapi |
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, people often speak Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian. A friendly way to say hello is "Zdravo". π
Fun facts about Bosnia and Herzegovina for kids
- The city of Sarajevo hosted the 14th Winter Olympic Games in 1984!
- The 'Stari Most' bridge in Mostar is a famous landmark that was rebuilt stone by stone.
- Bosnia is one of the feed few places in Europe where you can find wild horses!
- Coffee culture is huge, and drinking coffee is a long social ritual.
- The country has three official languages and two alphabets.
Famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Stari Most
- Sarajevo BaΕ‘ΔarΕ‘ija
- MeΔugorje
Nature and symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Golden Lily
- National sport: Football
Going to Bosnia and Herzegovina with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Zdravo".
- Find Sarajevo, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag π§π¦ so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Δevapi at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Stari Most.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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